In a press conference held in Lahore, Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ali Amin Gandapur stated that the cases filed against Imran Khan lack legal merit, which is why they are not being pursued properly. He paid tribute to PTI’s voters, supporters, and workers, saying no political party in history has faced the level of oppression that PTI has, yet its followers remain steadfast and resolute in their support.
He announced that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf would mobilize people from every town, street, and village across the country. After gathering national support, a final decision would be taken on whether to stage decentralized local protests or hold one unified, central gathering as a show of political strength and public unity against ongoing suppression.
Gandapur criticized certain state institutions for abandoning their constitutional responsibilities and interfering in political affairs. He blamed those responsible for border security for the unrest in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, claiming they had diverted their focus toward suppressing PTI. He stressed that this call for dialogue should not be interpreted as weakness by those in power.
He strongly condemned the history of martial laws in Pakistan, declaring that these military interventions have caused irreparable damage to democracy and international credibility. Gandapur questioned where those responsible for such actions are today, noting that they are absent while the burden of their decisions is being borne by ordinary citizens across the country.
He alleged that a mafia-like structure has taken hold within state institutions, where some continue to influence political outcomes. These institutions, he claimed, play active roles in making and breaking governments while publicly denying their involvement. Gandapur described this denial as hypocrisy and a direct threat to democratic norms and civilian supremacy.
Gandapur warned that the image of the armed forces is being tarnished due to a few individuals’ wrong decisions. He said that as the son and brother of army men, he respects the military, but the real soldiers defending borders are not receiving the recognition they deserve. He stressed that missteps by leadership are harming the institution’s public trust and reputation.
He called for institutional reforms and urged all stakeholders to admit their past mistakes. Gandapur said Imran Khan, despite the injustices faced by him and his wife, is willing to negotiate for the country’s future. He warned that Pakistan’s debt crisis, which has exceeded PKR 76 trillion, demands joint responsibility and a united national effort to overcome.
He criticized political parties currently in power, claiming their authority does not come from the people but from external support. Gandapur urged these parties to reconnect with the public, saying they have already been rejected. He warned that the political culture they are promoting today will eventually backfire and cause damage to all democratic forces.
Referring to police raids on PTI workers’ homes, Gandapur condemned violations of privacy and dignity. He questioned how anyone, as a Muslim or as a human being, could justify breaking into homes, assaulting families, and violating the sanctity of private spaces. He reminded that respect is a shared human value, and injustice against one sets a dangerous precedent for all.
He emphasized the importance of the rule of law and constitutional equality for all citizens. Gandapur stated that PTI has shown considerable patience despite persecution, but warned that this patience should not be tested further. “No one is above accountability,” he said, calling on all beneficiaries of the current system to come forward and answer to the public.
Ali Amin Gandapur held certain institutions accountable for the ongoing economic and security crises, asking why such issues did not exist during Imran Khan’s tenure. He blamed the post-PTI governments for the worsening conditions and accused them of weakening the judiciary through the 26th Amendment, leaving citizens helpless and democracy vulnerable.
He concluded by reaffirming PTI’s readiness for dialogue—but only with actual decision-makers, not powerless intermediaries. He announced the beginning of a 90-day movement aligned with Imran Khan’s vision for change. Gandapur declared that this movement will determine the party’s future and called on all Pakistanis to choose between continued submission or true democratic freedom.
